The inspiration for this shoot came from a mindless shopping spree my friend Caro and I went on. We were coincidentally talking about the show F.R.I.E.N.D.S and how much we related to each character in our own way, and suddenly, in a Forever 21 store... we found gold. And by gold, I mean the perfect 'mom' jeans we had been on the hunt for all day. Right there before our eyes, we knew our search was over, and we had just discovered our newest adventure. We HAD to show the world these jeans, and a photo shoot was the only way to do so. As per usual, when the word "photo shoot" comes to mind, RiRod soon follows.

The more and more he and I talked about this shoot, discussing outfits and locations, the deeper I realized this trend went. We weren't only showing off our new jeans, we were showing the newest old trend the world has become infatuated with. The revival of 90's fashion is so iconic, and I needed to find the right way to show that. To me, photography is the rawest form of expression; which is why this shoot meant so much more to me than meets the eye. As I was preparing the looks for this shoot I dug through my closet with my mom, and as she absentmindedly mentioned that most of the stuff I owned she had worn herself when she was younger, I knew this shoot was the way to show everyone how the 90s were the new 00's, and how even though trends change at the speed of light, true style is timeless.

I hope our vision came across well, and I hope it inspired a vision of your own. #90sNostalgia

Alianne Cardenas graduated from Ferguson High and it's studying psychology at Miami Dade College, you can follow her on Twitter or Instagram.

We wanted to draw attention to the importance of sea turtle conservation, and that's the reason for the #SaveTheSeaTurtlesMIA project. Miami being a city on the water, a lot of what Miamians do directly affect the marine life

]]>http://fosterstyle.com/leaving-out-our-flipper-marks/926070e7-05f4-4ef9-861c-c56b9d9c59beSat, 06 Aug 2016 11:54:09 GMTHow Miami affects sea turtles and what we can do to help.

We wanted to draw attention to the importance of sea turtle conservation, and that's the reason for the #SaveTheSeaTurtlesMIA project. Miami being a city on the water, a lot of what Miamians do directly affect the marine life so it's crucial for people to understand that conservation is important.
All Photographs were taken by Ricardo La Torre

Although sea turtles are more prominent north of Miami, there are still instances of sea turtle nesting along the coast. Not littering becomes super important if you want to help sea life.

Miami locals and tourists can also support by donating directly to organizations like SeeTurtles.org or by supporting foundations that give a portion of profits to sea turtle foundations- such as Makai Clothing Co. Hopefully, the message spreads and more young people in this generation get involved in conserving the sea and saving nature's innocent creatures.

Video from the SeeTurtle Organization

Samantha Ambros graduated from Miami Killian High and hopes to be a marine biologist, she will be a freshman at the University of West Florida in Pensacola, you can follow her on Twitter or Instagram.

]]>In society today, women are constantly shamed for what is and isn’t beautiful. This has created the idea that makeup is what makes women appealing. “When one’s body is disliked because of deviation from norms of function or appearance, replicated evidence shows that anxiety, insecurity, and low self-esteem]]>http://fosterstyle.com/makeup-as-self-expression/3b1f2459-d01e-40d4-aeb4-8a7fff2697d4Wed, 13 Jul 2016 15:58:46 GMT

In society today, women are constantly shamed for what is and isn’t beautiful. This has created the idea that makeup is what makes women appealing. “When one’s body is disliked because of deviation from norms of function or appearance, replicated evidence shows that anxiety, insecurity, and low self-esteem are regular correlates” (Jourard, 1964).
Makeup can be viewed as both a form of self-expression and a confidence booster. Makeup has created products that aid in hiding your face structure, acne, blemishes, and even birthmarks. Periodically, this has degraded the idea of the existence of a women’s natural beauty, the belief in only looking beautiful with it on. On the other hand, makeup is very well one of the many virtues of growing up. Makeup is art, a pathway of ones creativity and talent.
Makeup has evolved, in a thousand years it’s come a long way since the copper and lead ore the Egyptians used to make cosmetics with. Today we take precaution for the makeup we buy, there are both drugstore and brand products available. There is a cosmetic for just about any imperfection. In ancient times cosmetics consisted of berries as a lip stain, burnt matches as a type of dark eye shadow, a child’s urine as a foundation, they even believed swallowing ox blood fixed blemishes and imperfections. Clearly, women went to the extremes of putting their health at risk for an enhanced beauty back then. Times have changed in terms of the danger of the actual cosmetics but an enhanced beauty is something women will continue to indulge in.
The equipment used in makeup today consists of brush sets with specific uses for each item such as foundation, eye-shadow palates, contour kits, highlighters, lip stains, sticks, glosses and much more. In makeup there are terms like smokey eye and natural looks. Smokey eye makeup can either be light, using brown and cream colors, or dark using more intense colors such as black, grey and white. The eye shadow in a smokey eye look is blended well enough to almost diminish the ability to tell apart the start of the different colors used in creating the “smoke” allusion. Now, don’t be fooled, a “natural look” is not, not wearing makeup. A natural look is more of a term used to describe someone who is wearing makeup (very little with skin colored tones) but allows you to still appreciate his or her natural beauty.
Well-known makeup stores today such as Sephora and Ulta include quality brands such as Anastasia, Kat Von Di, Too Faced, and Nyx. Over the past two years, matte cosmetics have been the best sellers according to Sephora and Nyx industries. These include matte powders that avoid greasy skin and matte lipsticks that are longer lasting and collectable. Many argue that if it isn’t brand, it isn’t worth it, but in some situations a trip to a drugstore can provide you with better eyeliner or an equally respectable concealer. Makeup is expensive if the product is well spoken for. Otherwise, it’s very much affordable.
Makeup has come a long way since the Egyptian days and it has changed the idea of beauty for women in the process. It’s meant to help you feel good in your own skin. Makeup is the paint, our face the canvas and we are the artists. It can be either a routine or something done for a special occasion, but it is definitely a worldwide beauty enhancer and the key to a girl’s confidence. Cosmetics have thrived in our society and as new ways of applying it or new products are brought up, the industries will continue to grow.

About Us
The words written on each of the model's chest are words that describe them. Makeup is what you make it out to be. It's passion, expression and art. This article is meant to send out a message of the beauty of self expression and how makeup for many is a way to do so. Makeup is not a tool meant to make an ugly thing beautiful, it's meant only to magnify the beauty that already exists.

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]]>There are thousands of female bloggers out there writing about beauty, make-up, fashion, and many other feminine topics that interest and answer our "girl stuff" questions. But these powerful women have broken barriers by proving that they are much than just beauty, fashion, and simply the ideal woman.

There are thousands of female bloggers out there writing about beauty, make-up, fashion, and many other feminine topics that interest and answer our "girl stuff" questions. But these powerful women have broken barriers by proving that they are much than just beauty, fashion, and simply the ideal woman.

Born in 1987, the 28-year-old started her own fashion blog when she was just a teenager without any plans of making it a business of her own. She is now a world-renowned blogger, designer, and spokesperson/model for big brands like Guess. What most people don't know about her is that while her blog was being seen by 1 million different visitors per month, she was a law student at Bocconi University.

Also born in 1987, the 28-year-old has been involved in the fashion world since a very young age - from modeling to fashion blogging - however, that didn't keep her from getting a proper education. The successful entrepreneur holds an economics degree and speaks six different languages! That's a real #girlboss right there.

Initially, Aimee's plan was never to end up being a style blogger. She studied interior architecture and as she would blog about interior designs, she would sometimes post self-images of her daily outfits and soon became an instant hit in the fashion world. Aimee has now appeared in the Forbes 30 under 30 list and boosts over 3 million Instagram followers.

]]>Whether you have been to any of these state parks or not, these are some must see favorites to visit during any season of the year for locals and tourists around the world. Enjoy the nature around you, or simply go for a run. Best part of it? They're all]]>http://fosterstyle.com/5-must-see-beautiful-parks-in-the-u-s/f31081e7-9afd-4ba4-b9ad-f74defdf6639Thu, 25 Feb 2016 19:36:43 GMT

Whether you have been to any of these state parks or not, these are some must see favorites to visit during any season of the year for locals and tourists around the world. Enjoy the nature around you, or simply go for a run. Best part of it? They're all free to enter!

1. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Located in La Jolla, San Diego, California, this park exuberates great atmosphere from the shorelines to the hiking trails.

2. Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park

Arizona is the home of many beautiful distinct parks, but what separates this one from any other is that it contains the oldest and largest botanical garden in the state of Arizona.

3. Central Park

Okay, so we all know Central Park was going to have to make the cut as the top 5. This is a photo I took back in December before snow covered it up entirely. However, you can see fall slowly transitioning into winter by the stripped trees and leaves on the ground.

4. Deering Estate Park

The Deering Estate park in South Florida is unique in its own because there is a lot of rich history behind the name itself. Many events such as weddings and festivals are held all year round due to its vastness and beauty of it.

5. Fall Creek Falls State Park

The photo easily depicts why this Tennessee park is a must see; but more than that, It contains one of the tallest waterfalls in Eastern of the United States.

]]>New York Fashion Week might just be one of the busiest and most incredible 8 days of any fashionista's year. But it doesn't stop there! After spending busy days in New York City, the biggest fashion icons take red eye flights in order to make it to fashion shows in]]>http://fosterstyle.com/what-were-nyfw-latest-trends/5a8f5a81-dd9e-4612-82c9-6718ef1f12d5Sat, 03 Oct 2015 00:20:23 GMT

New York Fashion Week might just be one of the busiest and most incredible 8 days of any fashionista's year. But it doesn't stop there! After spending busy days in New York City, the biggest fashion icons take red eye flights in order to make it to fashion shows in Milan, London, & Paris! Spectators think the lifestyle is tiring, but imagine how exhausted the models must be!! They go from casting to casting in cities they usually aren't too familiar with. Nobody really thinks about what goes on behind the scenes! Most people just care about what the newest trends are. My roommates from when I was modeling in NYC this summer have been up and down nearly every catwalk this season. I've got the fashion scoop for you.

White Button Downs

The average Joe has a solid white button down shirt. It's all about the basics this season.

Patchwork & Fringe

This trend is a staple for this Fall! It adds a little something to your typical denim look. Fringe has been in for a few seasons, and it looks like it's going to be sticking around a while longer. Designers have continued to make masterpieces using fringe!

Velvet & Fur

Designers have displayed velvet all over this season's designs. Nothing says fall and winter like the smooth texture of velvet. Touches of fur on garments have also made a splash!

Metallics & Black

Models seemed to have rocked one some of the BEST metallic looks of all time! There's no doubt we will be seeing tons of metallic dresses, pantsuits, and even smokey eye looks. The futuristic astronaut trend is definitely a hit this season!!

Cutouts & Transparent Fabrics

Kendall Jenner was strutting her stuff some pretty edgy outfits this during the 2015-2016 fashion shows! If anyone can rock and outfits, it's Kendall!! Watch out fashionistas! Looks like this season is going to be full of scandalous outfits inspired by this season's jaw dropping Fashion Week...

Fashion Week isn't over quite yet! Make sure to watch Snapchat's daily story to catch what really happens during New York, Paris, London, & Milan Fashion Week. It truly is unreal!

xoxo,

Valerie

]]>The 2015 Emmy Awards was great, hosted by Andy Samberg. But we can’t forget what happens before every award show! The Emmys Red Carpet this year was hot, literally, with the weather nearing 100 degrees and guests sweating it out but that didn't stop all our favorite actresses and]]>http://fosterstyle.com/emmys-2015-fashion-favorites/6004a0b3-0b4b-46b0-bbf9-8bf047e2cce2Sun, 20 Sep 2015 15:50:00 GMT

The 2015 Emmy Awards was great, hosted by Andy Samberg. But we can’t forget what happens before every award show! The Emmys Red Carpet this year was hot, literally, with the weather nearing 100 degrees and guests sweating it out but that didn't stop all our favorite actresses and actors from looking amazing.
Here on Foster style we are going to share with you our fashion Favorites and let us know if you agree.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello looked amazing hand in hand at the red carpet event, Sofia looking flawless in a gown by St.Johns